“The formula for successful project management is effective self-management. It is the way to make the right people want to be managed by you.”
- Sheila Viesca, TalkShop

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

What Makes a Good Workplace Coach?



A workplace coachis a master of teamwork. It is not easy, given the mix of personalities in the workplace. The work becomes even more complicated with multi-cultural settings.Sheila Viesca, TalkShop CEO shares, “A good coach is a leader who has the people skills to bring out the best in his team. He walks the talk and is mindful that he sets the example. After all, the tendency is for direct reports to pattern their behavior and outlook after his.”

She shares the top qualities of a good coach:

1. Has high EQ. A good leader keeps his emotions on an even keel at all times.

2. Likes people. Acoach genuinelylikes people, and have their best interests at heart.

3. Practices good listening skills. He listens more than he speaks.

4. Has excellent communication skills. He expresses himself clearly and is adept at reading non-verbal signals as helpful cues at deciphering messages.

5. Knows how to assess people. He knows his people well, notes changes and improvements, and gives constructive feedback that builds self-esteem. He does not demean his team members.

6. Embraces his role. He values his role as a calling.


“A coach is someone who can give correction without causing resentment.”

― John Wooden

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